Lizhou Huang, M.D.
NPI 1396088977 · Gastroenterology Physician · Fountain Valley, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lizhou Huang, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Fountain Valley, CA (NPI 1396088977).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396088977
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A136660 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
267 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 50 | $260 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 40 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 38 | $134 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 35 | $81 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 29 | $178 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 184 | 71 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 94 | 93 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 46 | 23 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 24 | 24 |
| Mesalamine | 20 | — |
| Sucralfate | 19 | — |
| Famotidine | 16 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$705 across 33 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-04-01
- Last updated
- 2024-04-10
- Certified
- 2024-04-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lizhou Huang's NPI number?
- Lizhou Huang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396088977, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lizhou Huang's specialty?
- Lizhou Huang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lizhou Huang located?
- Lizhou Huang's practice location on file with NPPES is 18035 Brookhurst St Ste 2100, Fountain Valley, CA 92708-6738.
- What is Lizhou Huang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lizhou Huang is (657) 241-9090.
- Does Lizhou Huang accept Medicare?
- Lizhou Huang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lizhou Huang's NPI active?
- Yes — Lizhou Huang's NPI (1396088977) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.